Russian Missile Strike Kills Four in Kryvyi Rih

On January 17, 2025, a Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals, including three women and one man, with five others injured, three of whom are in critical condition. The attack caused significant damage to two five-story residential buildings and an educational facility, with one building catching fire. Local authorities, including Governor Serhiy Lysak, reported ongoing air raid alerts and urged residents to seek shelter as the situation developed. Witnesses described multiple explosions in the city following warnings from Ukraine's air force about a potential missile threat. The attack has left the community in shock as they cope with the loss of life and extensive destruction. This incident marks a continuation of violent escalations in the region as Russia's invasion of Ukraine persists.